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Let us help you find answers to your questions about scholarships, college admissions, financial aid, career planning and college life in general. We even have a special section just for parents!

Scholarship Advice

Scholarship 411

• Scholarship Basics: What You Should Know About Free Money For College

Learn the scholarship basics including who can get scholarships and how you can find scholarships.
• Scholarship Myths...Debunked

Uncover the truth about some common scholarship myths.

Finding Scholarships

• Finding Scholarships on the Internet

How do you find scholarships using the Internet? Read this article for tips.
• Search for Scholarships, but don't get SCAMMED!

What are scholarship scams? How do you find a reputable scholarship search service? Learn how to distinguish between legitimate scholarships and scholarship scams, and find out what to look for in a scholarship search service.
• Find Scholarships Right for You

When searching for scholarships, be sure to find scholarships right for you!
• Who Should Apply for Scholarships?

You should! Read this article for tips.
• Applying for Scholarships: Some Things You Will (usually) Need to Submit

Find out what the most requested scholarship application materials are.
• Scholarship Essays

Preparing to write a scholarship essay? Read this article for helpful tips.
• Letters of Recommendation - Common Questions

Do you need to obtain a letter or recommendation, but don't know where to start? Read this article for helpful information.
• Winning a Scholarship Award

Read some helpful tips on how to win a scholarship.

Special Scholarships

• Minority Scholarships

Read this article for an overview of minority scholarships.
• Unusual Scholarships

Discover some of the wackiest scholarships out there.
• Scholarships and Homeschooled Students

Homeschooled students are eligible for scholarships, too. Read on for helpful information.
• Athletic Scholarships

Read this article for an introduction to the process of being recruited into a college sports program and possibly attaining an athletic scholarship.

Financial Aid/FAFSA Info

The FAFSA

• The FAFSA...Now is the Time

Submitting the FAFSA is an important step in the college financial aid process. Find out all you need to know about the FAFSA by reading this article.

Student Loan Information

• Student Loan Advice

Student loans are an important aspect of financial aid. Read this article for helpful advice.

Money Matters

Credit Cards

• Credit Card: Friend or Foe

Find out the good and bad of credit cards.
• Credit Teens with Some Intelligence

An informational guide for teens planning to apply for a credit card.
• Building Up Your Credit History

Having a good credit history is important. Find out how to start building up your credit history.

Student Money Advantages

• Student Discounts

Discover how being a student can save you money.

Financial Planning

• Discussing Family Finances

Be sure to discuss your family finances with your parents or guardians. Read this article to help get you started.
• Avoid The College Blues...Plan Ahead When Spending The 'Green'

Plan how to spend your money before you actually spend it.
• How To Manage Your Money...Especially When You Don't Have Any

Money management is an important skill to have when you attend college. Read this article for some helpful information.
• Transportation in College: How to Save Money on Gas

Paying for gasoline can be a strain on your finances. Read on for some helpful tips that will have you filling up less.
• On Your Own...Uh-Oh - This Is Expensive

It's expensive to be on your own. Here are some tips that will help you save money.

Taxes

• Planning for Taxes and Scholarships

How will scholarships affect your taxes? Read more to find out.

College Life

Student Tips

• Tips on Being a Successful Student

Read this article for tips about how to do well in college.
• The 411 on College Orientation

College orientation is important, so don't miss it. Read this article for helpful information about this important event.
• Facing Finals

Are finals approaching? Here are some helpful tips to help you ace your finals.

Freshman Corner

• College & Scholarship Checklist for High School Juniors & Seniors

Here's a checklist to help you with the college planning process.
• High School vs. College - Know the Differences

Learn the differences between high school and college.
• Save $ and Space as You Organize Your New Place

A guide to decorating and organizing that dorm room.
• Top 10 Things To Take To College

A list of the most important things to take with you to college.

Jobs and Internships

Career Resources

• Career Planning

Trying to figure out your future career plans? Read this article for tips.
• The Info on Internships

Interested in obtaining an internship? Find out more by reading this article.
• Internship Insights

Read this article for more information about internships.
• Summer Jobs

Thinking about getting a job this summer? Read this article for advice.

Parent Pointers

Parent Tips

• How Parents Can Motivate Students to Find Scholarships

Parents can play a big role in helping their children find scholarships. Find out how.
• For Parents Only

A parent's guide to college orientation.
• Section 529 Savings Plans

Read this article for helpful information about 529 Savings Plans.

International Students

Tips for Studying in the U.S.

• Info for Studying in the U.S.

Helpful information for international students planning to study in the U.S.
• International Study in the U.S.

Are you an international student? Find out if your home country has programs that can assist you with your plans for studying abroad.
• Types of Student Visas

Planning to come to the U.S. for school? You will need a visa first. Read this article for more information about student visas for international students.